Accounts Receivable Clerk

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund contributions

Training opportunities

Structured office environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, Northern Cape, is seeking a diligent Accounts Receivable Clerk to manage invoicing, payments, and overdue accounts in a structured office setting.

You will generate invoices, process payments, monitor balances, and prepare aging reports to support management. A minimum of 2 years in AR is required, with proficiency in accounting software and Excel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; further qualifications in bookkeeping or accounting are a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an accounts receivable or collections role.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel.
• Good understanding of the accounts receivable process.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Generate and send out invoices to customers accurately and in a timely manner.
• Process customer payments via various methods (EFT, card, cash) and update customer accounts accordingly.
• Monitor customer accounts for outstanding balances and discrepancies.
• Contact customers to follow up on overdue payments, employing effective collection techniques.
• Prepare aging reports and provide summaries of accounts receivable status to management.
• Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger with the general ledger.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bookkeeping or accounting qualifications preferred

Tools

Accounting software

MS Excel

Job description

Our client is looking for a diligent and organized Accounts Receivable Clerk to manage their incoming payments and debtor accounts in Kimberley . This role is crucial for maintaining healthy cash flow and ensuring that outstanding customer payments are collected efficiently and professionally. You will be responsible for invoicing, processing payments, and following up on overdue accounts. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable company in the Northern Cape, contributing to its financial stability through meticulous work in an office-based setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate and send out invoices to customers accurately and in a timely manner.
• Process customer payments via various methods (EFT, card, cash) and update customer accounts accordingly.
• Monitor customer accounts for outstanding balances and discrepancies.
• Contact customers to follow up on overdue payments, employing effective collection techniques.
• Prepare aging reports and provide summaries of accounts receivable status to management.
• Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger with the general ledger.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; further qualifications in bookkeeping or accounting are a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an accounts receivable or collections role.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel.
• Good understanding of the accounts receivable process.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Medical aid and provident fund contributions.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and skill development.
• A structured and supportive office environment in Kimberley .
• The chance to be part of a reputable business with a focus on financial integrity.